Marmite™

a dark substance made from yeast and spread on bread, etc.synonymyeast extractMarmite sandwichesBecause it is thought that people either love or hate Marmite, it is used to refer to things that create strong reactionsa marmite issueThey're a marmite band.CultureMarmite was first produced in 1902 and is made from yeast(= a natural substance used in making beer, wine and most types of bread). Marmite is thought of as a traditional British food, especially as a cheap and healthy filling for sandwiches or as a food for young children.